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The way I view myself vs how you view me are two completely different ways. It’s easy to paint a perfect picture in your head of somebody else’s life. “She posts a selfie so she loves herself” She has a baby so she’s married ” but the truth is that I’m extremely insecure. I’ve never been married or divorced. The photos on my feed are not my story.
They showcase a part of my life which is why I share my reality deeper within my IG stories or blog posts. So many bloggers and influencers showcase the glitz and glam without the struggles behind them. To an extent, I get it. I want to see that darling Chanel 19 bag on your feed – not the hours spent behind a desk working towards that Chanel. See where I’m going with this?
I have a story (a lot of them!) that I’m no longer afraid to share. I love that I have this platform to open up about anything and everything that my heart desires. Even if it means binge eating 2 pints of frozen yogurt yesterday and calling it an early night by laying on the bed like a starfish (oopsss).
It’s so easy to get caught up in the crap, and many times I’ve felt discouraged by numbers. If I could go back 10 years and tell myself to continue blogging, and be true to myself I certainly would. If I did, I have no doubt that my following would be significantly higher than it currently is – because I don’t beat around the bush or pretend to be somebody that I’m not. I’m that brutally honest friend that tells you your tweed dress doesn’t match your Manolo’s and to change. Immediately.
It’s all quite a numbers game, which i’m certainly a victim to. I’m constantly looking up how to grow authentically, even when social media is my job. Up until recently if a post didn’t get a certain amount of likes I would consider deleting it – which is completely silly. It doesn’t matter who likes your posts, or who doesn’t like your posts – you should be authentic to who you are and if you like something post it.
Never be afraid to share any part of your life, because it’s what makes you relatable – and I guarantee it will get you further than pretending to be someone or something that you’re not!
